J.M. Hewitt

‘Totally gripped’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Heart-pounding. Brilliant’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘A spectacular serial killer thriller’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Had my heart thumping’ Book Reviews by Shalini ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The photo fell from her grasp at the sudden thought of her sister. She stared at it, lying on the floor, remembering little Hattie with her big dark eyes in her stripy pink-and-white shorts, the ones she was wearing on the day she disappeared… Detective Carrie Flynn has spent twenty years searching for her little sister, who was kidnapped and never found. Carrie was with Hattie on that hot summer day – she saw her sister’s abductor, but she was just a young girl herself, and remembers nothing. She’s never forgiven herself for letting Hattie down. When the chance came to join the police force, Carrie didn’t hesitate, wanting to ensure that no more little girls grew up alone. Now she is facing her toughest case yet: Jordan Robinson, a quiet and bright young man, has disappeared by the canal on a cold winter’s night. Witnesses heard a splash, but Carrie hasn’t found his body. She knows the first days are vital to find a missing person, and time is running out. Jordan’s family are distraught, and Carrie is determined to bring their son home. But why does the mother not want to answer questions? Who is the mysterious girl next door? What secrets are this family hiding? As Carrie searches desperately for Jordan, and digs into his past, she starts to realise his case may not be unique. Young and vulnerable men have been disappearing down by the water, their deaths labelled as suicide or accidents. When Carrie pulls out all of the old files, she is sure: Jordan Robinson has been taken by a serial killer. In a desperate race against time, Carrie vows to bring Jordan home safely, and catch this killer before he can strike again. She’ll never stop searching, for the grieving families, for her belief in justice, and her hope that, one day, something she finds will lead her back to her lost little sister. If you love Val McDermid, Robert Dugoni or Angela Marsons you won’t be able to put down this dark and twisty thriller. J.M. Hewitt will keep you guessing until the very last page. Readers are utterly gripped by The Night Caller: ‘WOW! What a read and a brilliant start to a new series… gives me goosebumps… will keep you on your toes reading well into the night.’ Once Upon a Time Book Blog, 5 stars ‘Wow! Amazing book! Tons of twists and turns and suspense.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Absolutely fantastic, had me gripped!!! Loved it! Can't wait for more.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘I am in reading heaven… I was hooked… I read this book in one sitting and finally turned the last page at 1 a.m. I HAD TO KNOW.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘Amazing… dark and fast-paced. I loved it and would definitely read more of this author’s work.’ Psycho-Thrilla Books, 5 stars ‘I was turning the pages so quickly that it was almost as if the pages were turning themselves… like being on a scary and an at times unpredictable rollercoaster ride.’ Ginger Book Geek ‘Oh so good!!... There are hints into Carrie’s dark past and I can’t wait to find out what that entails.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘Held my attention from the first page to the last page. Will definitely be recommending this to others and can't wait to read more by this author!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Compulsive reading… addictive suspenseful… Lots of twists and turns along with solid engaging characters… I very much enjoyed this and would recommend it to anyone!’ Goodreads Reviewer

An utterly gripping crime thriller

The Night Caller

You want to save your marriage. She wants to destroy it. Paula worries that her marriage to Tommy is hanging by a thread. She loves how safe her husband makes her feel, but lately, it seems like he’s pulling away from her, and he keeps avoiding a much-needed conversation about finally having children. When Tommy suggests a cruise getaway for the two of them, Paula is thrilled. He’s fighting for this marriage, and he’s even promised that they will talk about growing their family. It’s Paula’s dream come true. Until the couple meets beautiful Anna. From the moment Anna appears in their lives, things start to go wrong for Paula. She finds herself trapped in a sauna. Her hair is destroyed at the salon. Money goes missing from her cabin. At first, Paula thinks she’s paranoid in suspecting Anna is turning her dream holiday into a nightmare. But soon, it becomes clear that Paula may not be the only woman fighting for Tommy’s affections. The only question is why... The Life She Wants is a suspenseful psychological thriller with a twist. Perfect for fans of Catherine Ryan Howard, Ruth Ware, and Lisa Jewell. What readers are saying about J.M. Hewitt: ‘Had me hooked in from the first page and frantically turning the pages... I didn’t want to finish the book. I really really enjoyed this enthralling thriller... An amazing book and very very highly recommended.’ Nicki’s Life of Crime ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘Wow! Amazing book! Tons of twists and turns and suspense.’ Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘I devoured it in one sitting!... With plenty of twists and turns along the way, this book keeps you on the edge of your seat until the final page!... Explosive outcomes and jaw-dropping moments.’ Once Upon A Time Book Blog ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘Absolutely fantastic, had me gripped!!! Loved it! Can't wait for more.’ Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘Full of twists and turns, get ready for a ride!... If a story can keep you guessing and intrigued enough to stay up well past any decent hour of night just to figure out the twist, then it’s well worth the read! I’d recommend this book to anyone looking to get lost in a dark and twisty thriller!’ Misty’s Corner Reviews ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘An intense book!... Takes off from the first chapter and had me enthralled until the last page.’ Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘A solid 5 stars. This book will stay with me for a long time... The pages fly by. Twists and turns you won’t see coming.’ Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

A totally unputdownable psychological thriller

The Life She Wants

The Eight Year Lie

‘Hattie!’ Carrie called, an edge to her voice. ‘Hattie, this isn’t funny, come out now.’ Carrie moved forward through the woods on shaking legs. She tried calling, shouting, screaming, but everything was quiet. Her little sister was gone. Detective Carrie Flynn’s sister Hattie was kidnapped when they were both just little girls, but the face of the man who took her is a blank in Carrie’s memory. After the police never found the culprit, Carrie swore she would become a detective. Twenty years later, when eleven-year-old Melanie Wilson, a quiet girl who loves books, is reported missing, Carrie drowns in memories of her lost sister. Searching for Melanie, Carrie finds grainy black-and-white footage of the young girl with her parents at a harbour, boarding a boat and disappearing. Carrie realises they have headed for a deserted wasteland, the river island Pomona. What could make a family so desperate to escape their home? Then the police receive a mysterious message from another young woman, calling from the same docks where Melanie vanished: I gave you his name, where to find him, but you did nothing. My blood is on your hands. Carrie is sure Melanie and her family are in terrible danger. She knows what it’s like to have the authorities give up on you, and something in the voice sounds horribly familiar. It may have nothing to do with her lost little sister, but she will never ignore a plea for help. To find Melanie, Carrie must unlock the memories she has buried for years – but will it be too late? Can Carrie use her own demons to bring Melanie home safely and finally get justice for her beloved sister? This absolutely unputdownable thriller will keep you up all night until you reach the final heart-stopping page! Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Val McDermid and Lisa Regan. Readers are utterly gripped by J. M. Hewitt: ‘I absolutely devoured this book in a matter of hours… The EEEEEKs and OMFGs started early on in this book for me… and actually, if I am completely honest, I am not sure when they stopped! The author had me hooked from the start and I was gutted when it ended as I just wanted MORE! MORE! MORE! Now THAT is how you write crime fiction!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘WOWSERS… extraordinary… fascinating plot… this clever story brings to life some fascinating and plausible characters and a really twisted, sick serial killer. I devoured this book in one afternoon.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Pure genius… Realistic and fascinating people who I rooted for and couldn't get enough of… a brilliant climax. I literally devoured the second half of this book in hours. Cannot recommend enough.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Absolutely fantastic, had me gripped!!! Loved it! Can't wait for more from this author.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh so good!!... There are hints into Carrie’s dark past and I can’t wait to find out what that entails.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘Wow! Amazing book! Tons of twists and turns and suspense. Held my attention from the first page to the last page. Will definitely be recommending this to others and can't wait to read more by this author!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Compulsive reading… addictive, suspenseful… The plot is unpredictable with lots of twists and turns along with solid, engaging characters. There is also a sense of dread as the story deals with the deep and dark corners of the human psyche… I very much enjoyed this and would recommend it to anyone!’ Goodreads Reviewer

An absolutely addictive mystery thriller

The Quiet Girls

You’ll be perched on the edge of your seat with this unputdownable three-book collection including; The Life She Wants, The Eight-Year Lie and The Other Son. The Life She Wants: Paula worries that her marriage to Tommy is hanging by a thread. Lately, it seems like he’s pulling away from her, and he keeps avoiding a much-needed conversation about finally having children. When Tommy suggests a cruise getaway for the two of them, Paula is thrilled. Until the couple meets beautiful Anna. From the moment Anna appears in their lives, things start to go wrong for Paula. She finds herself trapped in a sauna. Her hair is destroyed at the salon. Money goes missing from her cabin. At first, Paula thinks she’s paranoid in suspecting Anna is turning her dream holiday into a nightmare. But soon, it becomes clear that Paula may not be the only woman fighting for Tommy’s affections... How far will each woman go to get what they want? The Eight-Year Lie: Jessica returns home one day to find her husband, Patrick, dead. The police have questions, and Jessica knows that once they hear the answers her fate may well be sealed. Eight years ago, Jessica was living another life and on the day she loses her husband, a ghost from the past reappears. Louise was her friend once, but that was then. Now, they are strangers. Except Louise seems very familiar – so familiar that it’s like peering into a mirror. Why would she go out of her way to look just like Jessica? Unless more than one person has been keeping deadly secrets... The Other Son: Sara and her family needed a fresh start after a tragedy ruined many lives. They have found peace since arriving at their new home in the Kielder Forest National Park twelve months ago. That is, unless you count the dark cloud that has settled over them. Sara tries to pretend everything is normal, but in reality she is haunted by a devastating truth about one of her children. Travis has a reputation as a counsellor skilled at helping troubled teens. He sees Sara’s fragility, and believes that he can fix her and her eldest son. Both mother and son barely speak, but Travis thinks that if he could get close to Sara she would see that he can protect her and her family. But Sara doesn’t need protection and she will go to extreme lengths for her most precious boy... These gripping tales of desire, revenge and family secrets are perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shalini Boland and K.L. Slater. Praise for JM Hewitt ‘Engrossing, enthralling, written with both humour and insight, this is a thriller writer who really should be put to the top of your reading pile.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic twists and turns, believable characters!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So glad I discovered this author, unputdownable thrillers that kept me hooked right until the end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Suspenseful, full of mystery and twists and turns that I could not predict.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fast paced, twisty and unpredictable.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The J.M. Hewitt Psychological Thrillers Collection

I know they think I killed my husband. Because they think I’ve killed before. Eight years ago, a girl I knew died. I try not to think too much about that time, about the person I used to be when that tragedy happened. It hurts too much. Besides, it’s so far in the past. Now, I have a beautiful home and a committed husband. I should be looking to the future. But then one day, my husband is found dead in the home we built together. The police seem convinced that I had something to do with it – it’s always the wife, right? And it doesn’t help that the police thought I had something to do with that girl’s death, eight years ago, too. When things seem like they can’t get any worse, I arrive home to find an unwelcome visitor on my doorstep. Even though we were best friends once, it takes a moment for me to recognise her. Because she doesn’t look like herself anymore. She looks like... me. She’s even wearing my favourite perfume. I can’t help but wonder why she’s here so soon after my husband’s death. Coincidences happen. But in my bones, I know this isn’t that. The Eight-Year Lie is a gripping thriller that will have you turning pages late into the night. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and K.L. Slater. What everyone is saying about J.M. Hewitt: ‘I devoured it in one sitting! I could not get enough... This book keeps you on the edge of your seat until the final page!’ Once Upon A Time Book Blog ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘Had me hooked in from the first page and frantically turning the pages... I didn’t want to finish the book. I really really enjoyed this enthralling thriller... An amazing book and very very highly recommended.’ Nicki’s Life of Crime ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘A FANTASTIC can I say FANTASTIC AGAIN Book!!!!! Now this is what makes me Love reading a psychological novel. Sooooo fast-paced, many twists and turns... More heart-pounding than you can imagine. LOVED, LOVED, LOVED!!! So sad it’s over.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘The perfect thriller! Full of chills, thrills and everything in between this one kept me reading late into the night desperate to know how it ends! Full of fantastic twists and turns, believable characters and a plot like nothing I’ve read before!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘So glad I discovered this author, an unputdownable thriller that kept me hooked right until the end. Fantastic characters, a great plot and the twists kept me hooked. Loved it!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‘I devoured it in one sitting! I could not get enough... This book keeps you on the edge of your seat until the final page!’ Once Upon A Time Book Blog ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

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